Alamo

Nearby Communities

• Caliente
• Panaca
• Pioche
• Hiko
• Rachel

Alamo is an unincorporated town and census-designated place (CDP) in Lincoln County, Nevada, located in the lush Pahranagat Valley along U.S. Route 93. As of the 2020 Census, the town had a population of approximately 1,050 people.

Originally settled in the 1860s and named after the Spanish word for cottonwood, **Alamo** is the largest community in southern Lincoln County. It serves as a regional hub for ranching, farming, and travel between Las Vegas and Ely. The town is also a popular stop for visitors exploring the nearby Extraterrestrial Highway and Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge.

Quick Facts

• **Status:** Unincorporated
• **County:** Lincoln County
• **Population:** ~1,050
• **ZIP Code:** 89001
• **Elevation:** ~3,450 ft
• **Founded:** 1865
• **Main Routes:** U.S. Route 93, near State Route 318

Local Economy

Alamo’s economy centers around:

• **Ranching and agriculture** – hay, cattle, and irrigated crops
• **Travel and services** – gas stations, diners, motels
• **Wildlife tourism** – access to Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge
• **Local government and education employment**

Attractions and Natural Features

• Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge – birdwatching, wetlands, camping
• Alamo Historic Cemetery and community center
• Access to Groom Lake area and Rachel via nearby State Route 375
• Regional hunting, OHV trails, and small-town events

Education

Alamo is part of the Lincoln County School District and includes:

• Pahranagat Valley Elementary School
• Pahranagat Valley High School
• School district offices are also located in Alamo

Governance and Services

Alamo is governed as an unincorporated town by the Lincoln County Commission, supported by a Town Advisory Board. The town has a local fire department, sheriff’s substation, and utility services.